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South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol is facing an impeachment vote after declaring martial law, which was met with widespread opposition and was eventually lifted. The impeachment motion was submitted by six opposition parties, with a vote expected to take place on Friday or Saturday.
The crisis began when President Yoon declared martial law, citing the need to defend the country from pro-North Korean anti-state forces. However, the move was widely seen as an attempt to suppress opposition and was met with fierce resistance from lawmakers and citizens .
The martial law declaration was short-lived, lasting only about six hours before it was lifted. However, the damage had already been done, with opposition parties quickly submitting an impeachment motion.
The impeachment process in South Korea requires a two-thirds majority vote in the National Assembly, followed by a trial in the Constitutional Court. If the president is found guilty, they can be removed from office.
The defence minister, Kim Yong-hyun, has offered to resign over the crisis, and there are calls for other cabinet members to follow suit. The opposition parties have accused President Yoon of abusing his power and undermining democracy.
The international community has also expressed concern over the crisis, with the US Secretary of State Antony Blinken welcoming the lifting of martial law and calling for a peaceful resolution to the crisis.
The crisis has sparked widespread protests and demonstrations, with citizens calling for President Yoon's resignation. The situation remains volatile, with the outcome of the impeachment vote uncertain.
In the event of President Yoon's impeachment, Prime Minister Han Duck-soo would take over as acting president until a new election can be held. The crisis has sparked concerns about the stability of South Korea's government and the potential impact on the country's economy and international relations.
The impeachment vote is expected to take place on Friday or Saturday, and the outcome is far from certain. However, one thing is clear: the crisis has sparked a major upheaval in South Korean politics, and the consequences will be far-reaching.
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